USER GUIDE Custom Models: CIC Remote Microphone Mini-Canal ITC (In-the-canal) & ITE (In-the-ear)
Introduction Congratulations on the purchase of your new hearing instruments. ReSound’s innovative sound technology and design, combined with the customised set-up selected by your hearing care professional, will make hearing a more enjoyable experience. Hearing instruments will enable you to hear sounds that you may not have heard in years because of your hearing loss. Practice and a positive attitude are important in learning to use hearing instruments.
Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Operation of the hearing instrument . . . . . 18 Daily maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Description of the hearing instruments . . . . 6 Volume control (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Cleaning hearing instruments . . . . . . . . . . 29 Getting started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Program button (optional) . . . .
7 Description of the hearing instruments: Completely-in-the-canal (CIC), remote microphone, and mini-canal ReSound Live™ LV10, LV710, LV510; LV10-B, LV710-B, LV510-B; LV10-P, LV710-P, LV510-P; LV10-BP, LV710BP, LV510BP; LV10-M, LV710-M, LV510-M; LV10-MP, LV710-MP, LV510-MP; LV20, LV720, LV520; LV20-P, LV720-P, LV520-P, LV30-M, LV730-M, LV530-M; LV30MP, LV730-MP, LV530-MP; LV30-MU, LV730-MU, LV530-MU 6 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
In-the-canal (ITC) and In-the-ear (ITE) ReSound LiveTM LV30, LV730, LV530; LV30-P, LV730-P, LV530-P; LV30-D, LV730-D, LV530-D; LV30-DP, LV730-DP, LV530-DP LV40, LV740, LV540; LV40-D, LV740-D, LV540-D; LV40-P, LV740-P, LV540-P; LV40-DP, LV740-DP, LV540-DP LV50, LV750, LV550; LV50-P, LV750-P, LV550-P; LV50-D, LV750-D, LV550-D; LV50-DP, LV750-DP, LV550-DP 8 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.
Getting started On/Off function 1. When the battery door is closed, the hearing instrument turns on, and the default program will be activated. 2. To turn off the hearing instrument off, open the battery door. Many individuals can use their fingernail to pull it open. Tip: Whenever the hearing instruments are not in use, remember to open the battery doors to avoid unnecessary battery consumption. 10 On Off SmartStart Hearing instruments can be turned on once you have placed them on your ears.
Inserting/Replacing the battery 1. Open the battery door completely by using your fingernail. 2. Remove the used battery if present. Insert the new battery with the positive side in the correct position. The battery door has a ‘+’ indicator to help determine the correct insertion. 3. Always use Zinc-Air batteries. 4. Gently close the battery door. Low battery indicator Your hearing care professional can activate a low battery indicator in your hearing instruments.
Inserting/Removing hearing instruments Insertion (CIC, mini-canal, ITC, and ITE) 1. Hold the hearing instrument between your thumb and index finger, either above and below or on the sides. 2. Place the sound outlet portion into your ear canal. Turn the top part of the hearing instrument gently backwards and forwards so that it tucks behind the fold of skin above your ear canal. 3. Insert the hearing instrument into your ear canal. Opening and closing your mouth may ease insertion.
By experimenting, an easier method may be discovered. With proper insertion, hearing instruments should fit snugly but comfortably. If hearing instruments cause irritation of the ears, contact your hearing care professional. Never attempt to modify the shape of the hearing instrument yourself. Tip: It may be helpful to pull your ear up and outward with your opposite hand during insertion. Removal (ITC and ITE) 1. Hold the edges of the hearing instrument with your thumb and forefinger. 2.
Operation of the hearing instrument Volume control (ITC and ITE models) The volume control will allow the volume of hearing instruments to be increased or decreased. When volume is increased or decreased, a beep signal will be heard for each incremental change. When the upper or lower limits of the volume range are reached, a beep signal with a longer duration will be heard. 1. To increase the volume, rotate the volume control forward (towards your face when you are wearing the hearing instruments). 2.
Programme button Depending on your experience level with hearing instruments, individual hearing needs, and the type of listening environments you experience, your hearing care professional may activate additional programmes in the hearing instrument. If additional programmes have been activated, the following list explains how they work. 1. You can switch between programmes by pushing the programme button once. 2. You will then hear one or more beeps.
Stand-by function Some individuals may find that they would like the hearing instruments muted in certain situations while wearing them. Your hearing care professional can activate a stand-by function in your hearing instruments, which causes them to not process or amplify sound. The stand-by function can be accessed by pressing and holding the programme button for five seconds. A series of beeps will be presented prior to activation of the stand-by function.
Telecoil (optional on some ITC, ITE, and remote microphone models) If equipped, a telecoil can be activated by your hearing care professional and accessed through one of the additional programmes. A telecoil picks up a telephone’s magnetic signal and converts it to sound. An optional telephone programme may help to improve speech understanding on the telephone. When using a telecoil programme, the receiver of the telephone may need to be held closer to the hearing instrument.
PhoneNow usage Telephones can be used in a normal manner. A beep signal will indicate that the PhoneNow feature has automatically switched the hearing instrument to your telephone program. Initially, you may need to move the telephone receiver slightly to find the best position for reliable PhoneNow activation and good hearing on the telephone. PhoneNow precautions 1. Keep magnets out of reach of pets, children and mentally challenges persons.
Care and maintenance Proper handling 1. Never immerse hearing instruments in water or other liquids, as liquids may cause permanent damage to the hearing instruments. 2. Avoid rough handling of hearing instruments or dropping them on hard surfaces or floors. 3. Do not leave hearing instruments in or near direct heat or sunlight, as excessive heat can cause damage or deform the casing. 4. Hair spray, make-up, etc.
Replacing wax filters Custom hearing instruments may have wax filters that protect against wax and moisture. It is recommended that these are changed as needed. To change these filters, the following steps are needed: 1. Brush the sound outlet area with the sound outlet pointed down. 2. Insert the threaded end of the wax filter tool into the used wax filter, and gently rotate clockwise. 3. Gently pull until the used filter is removed. 4.
General precautions 1. Do not leave hearing instruments in the sun, near an open fire, or in a hot, parked car. 2. Do not wear hearing instruments while showering, swimming, in heavy rain, or in a moist atmosphere such as a steam bath or sauna. 3. Should the hearing instrument become moist, remove the battery and place the hearing instrument in a closed container with a drying agent. Your hearing care professional can provide options for drying containers or kits. 4.
4. Do not allow others to use your hearing instruments. This may cause damage to the hearing instruments or to the hearing of the other individual. 5. Due to chocking hazards, hearing instrument usage by children or mentally challenged individuals should be supervised at all times. 6. Hearing instruments should be used only as prescribed by your hearing care professional. Incorrect use may result in hearing loss.
Troubleshooting Guide SYMPTOM No sound 36 CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY • Not turned on • Turn on by closing the battery door • Dead battery • Replace battery • Battery door will not close • Insert battery properly • Blocked wax filter • Replace wax filter or consult your hearing care professional 37
Troubleshooting Guide SYMPTOM CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY Not loud • Incorrect hearing instrument placement • Reinsert hearing instrument carefully enough • Blocked sound outlet filter • Change filter or consult your hearing care professional • Change in hearing sensitivity • Consult your hearing care professional • Excessive ear wax • Consult your physician • Volume set too low • Increase the volume control if available or consult your hearing care professional 38 39
Troubleshooting Guide SYMPTOM CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY Excessive • Incorrect hearing instrument placement • Re-insert hearing instrument carefully whistling / feedback • Excessive ear wax • Consult your physician • Feedback control may need to be adjusted • Consult your hearing care professional • Hearing instrument settings not optimal • Consult your hearing care professional 40 41
Troubleshooting Guide SYMPTOM CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY Sound distorted / • Weak battery • Replace battery not clear • Improper hearing instrument fit • Consult your hearing care professional • Hearing instrument damaged • Consult your hearing care professional • Hearing instrument settings not optimal • Consult your hearing care professional If there are any other problems not mentioned in this guide, please contact your hearing care professional.
Technical Data ITCs and ITEs Hearing Instrument Model Technical Data ITCs and ITEs Maximum output (2ccCoupler / IEC 60118-7) Hearing Instrument Model Maximum output (2ccCoupler / IEC 60118-7) LV30, LV730, LV530 112dB SPL (typical) LV40-D, LV740-D, LV540-D 119dB SPL (typical) LV30-P, LV730-P, LV530-P 118dB SPL (typical) LV40-DP, LV740-DP, LV540-DP 125dB SPL (typical) LV30-D, LV730-D, LV530-D 112dB SPL (typical) LV50, LV750, LV550 119dB SPL (typical) LV30-DP, LV730-DP, LV530-DP 118dB SPL (typ
Technical Data CIC, mini-canal, and remote microphone Hearing Instrument Model Maximum output (2ccCoupler / IEC 60118-7) Technical Data CIC, mini-canal, and remote microphone Hearing Instrument Model Maximum output (2ccCoupler / IEC 60118-7) LV10, LV710, LV510 112dB SPL (typical) LV30-M, LV730-M, LV530-M 110dB SPL (typical) LV10-P, LV710-P, LV510-P 111dB SPL (typical) LV30-MP, LV730-MP, LV530-MP 118dB SPL (typical) LV10-B, LV710-B, LV510-B 109dB SPL (typical) LV30-MU, LV730-MU, LV530-MU 126dB
Warranty and repairs ReSound grants a comprehensive warranty on hearing instruments from the date on the warranty card. Hearing instruments will be repaired or replaced by Resound when examination of the hearing instruments proves the existence of any defects in workmanship or materials. The warranty period of hearing instruments is designated on your warranty card, which is provided by your hearing care professional. ReSound hearing instruments that malfunction must be repaired by a qualified technician.
Faceplate/Electronics by: GN ReSound A/S Any issues relating to the EU Medical Device Directive 93/42/EEC should be directed to GN ReSound A/S.
United Kingdom GN ReSound Ltd. Kirtlington Business Centre Portway Kirtlington Oxon OX5 3JA Tel.: +44 1869 352 800 Fax: +44 1869 343 466 www.gnresound.co.uk Australia GN ReSound Pty. Ltd. Unit R1 Regents Park Estate 391 Park Road Regents Park NSW 2143 Tel.: (free) 1800 658 955 Fax: +61 2 9743 7472 www.gnresound.com.au New Zealand GN ReSound (NZ) Ltd. 12 Parkway Drive Mairangi Bay Auckland Tel.: (free) 0800 900 126 Fax: (free) 0800 007 695 www.gnresound.co.nz 17181900-GB-11.01 Rev.
